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Ahhhhh it’s almost that time of year again. That time when we frantically try to figure out a new a creative scenario for our kids to magically find their elf in. Feeling creatively challenged this year? Here are a few Elf on the Shelf ideas to keep you on top of your clever game! Your kids won’t be disappointed with these incredibly fun and easy ideas. These are the BEST Elf on the Shelf ideas EVER….
The Best Elf on the Shelf Ideas Ever
1. Tiny Elf on the Shelf door for your elf to easily go in and out
This is so adorable! Place it on the mantle, by your front door, in your child’s room, or anywhere else. It’s so realistic looking and really excites kids with the magic of Santa and his elves!
2. It looks like this elf is stuck in a cup
HELP! How did that happen? At least he’s got a sign:) A simple, easy, and perfect Elf on the Shelf idea.
3. Elf On The Shelf Scavenger Hunt
This elf taunts you with candy canes! Do you have any extra candy canes around? Try this idea! Source unknown.
4. Elf on the refrigerator Shelf
Hah! Brrr…. it’s cold in here. Use a washcloth to wrap up your elf for this idea. By New Mercies
5. Elf on the Shelf crock pot bathtub
Scrub a dub dub, there’s an elf in that crock pot tub! How ADORABLE is this? Fill up a crock pot with cotton balls, add a rubber ducky and some tiny towels (made with fabric scraps). SO SMART! Source unknown.
6. Elf on the Shelf Gets Locked Outside
Awesome elf on the shelf idea! No need to buy anything or set up much for this one! Just tape him to the outside of your door and write “Help! I’m locked out!” LOL! Source unknown.
7. DIY Elf on the Shelf Igloo
Make an igloo out of cotton balls and shine a light over the top. Super easy!
8. Elf on the Shelf Sitting on Toilet paper
Can’t reach me! This is easy enough…. Simply stack up rolls of toilet paper in the bathroom and stick the elf on the very top. Source unknown.
9. Let it Go Elf on the Shelf in the Bathroom
Elf on the Shelf Frozen toilet. I can think of a few kids who would get a kick out of this kid-friendly humor! Source unknown.
12. Elf Stuck in a Jar of Marshmallows
11. Elf Looking Through a Magnifying Glass
12. Give to Get
Here’s a great way to clear out some unused toys! The kids will be motivated by this enticing note from the Elf. By Courtney Potoka
13. Elf on a Stack of Cans Getting Into the Candy
What a sneaky little elf! Source: Pinterest
14. Elf Donuts
…and while we’re at it, check out these Elf on the Shelf Donuts to make. Leave them for your Elf on the Shelf and don’t forget to leave more on Christmas Even next to Santa’s Cookies!
These are so cute and easy love them
Love these ideas. Ha!